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Comprehensive Data Report

Fort Walton Beach, FL

ZIP Code 32549

Okaloosa County

Population
7,549
Median Income
$37,549
Home Value
$172,650
Livability
78/100
Total Population
7,549
Median Household Income
$37,549
Median Home Value
$172,650
Median Rent
$1,043

Key Insights

What the data tells us about this area

Median household income is 100% higher than the state average, indicating an affluent area.

Home values are 100% higher than the state average. This area has a competitive real estate market.

Quick Facts & Insights

Key metrics and how they compare

Household Income
$37,549
100% above state avg
Home Value
$172,650
100.1% above state avg
Rent
$1,043
100% above state avg
Population Density
7,549 residents
Median Age
39.0 years
Safety Score
71/100
Above average safety

Livability Score

Overall quality of life rating based on key factors

Overall Livability
78
Good
Out of 100

Score Breakdown

Amenities
76/100
Cost of Living
71/100
Safety
79/100
Education
80/100
Employment
75/100
Housing
79/100
Weather
84/100

Data Sources & Accuracy

Official Government Data:Demographics and housing statistics are from the U.S. Census Bureau API (American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates). Weather and climate data comes from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) API with official climate normals from the nearest weather station. Crime statistics are from the FBI Crime Data Explorer API, with county-level data when available, otherwise state-level official data.
Modeled Estimates:Schools and some economic indicators are currently modeled using statistical methods based on national averages and regional patterns. For critical decisions, verify with official sources:

Learn more about our data sources and methodology on our Data Sources page.

Location Map

Fort Walton Beach, FL 32549

Coordinates: 30.6612°, -86.5945°Open in Google Maps

Cost of Living

Compared to national average (100 = US average)

Overall Cost Index
112
Higher than avg
100 = US National Average

Cost Index by Category

Housing
118
Above avg
Transportation
109
Average
Healthcare
109
Average
Groceries
105
Average
Utilities
104
Average
Overall
112
Above avg

Economy & Employment

Job market and economic indicators

Labor Force
4,690
Employment Rate
95.2%
Avg. Commute
29 min
Work From Home
16%

Top Industries by Employment

Industry Breakdown

Healthcare & Social Assistance
19.8%
Professional Services
16.6%
Retail Trade
12.9%
Education
11.2%
Manufacturing
8.6%
Total Employed
4,464
Total Unemployed
433
Unemployment Rate
9.2%

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Demographics Overview

Comprehensive population statistics and demographic breakdown

Age Distribution

Population by age group

Household Income Distribution

Households by income bracket

Education Levels (Age 25+)

Highest education attained

Race & Ethnicity

Demographic composition

Median Age
39.0 years
Per Capita Income
$22,529
Poverty Rate
12.1%